Emerson was a veteran of the U.S. National Guard. He was a devoted husband to Marilynn nee Miller for 51 years; cherished father of Denise (Kevin) Pokrywka, Kathleen Fisher, Carolynn (Cristian Desch) Fisher and Matthew nee Bowman and the late Mark Fisher. He was also a long grandfather of eight; dear brother of Kathryn (Tom) Trisler and Glenn (Nylia) Fisher; fond uncle of seven and great uncle to many.

Emerson was an active member and trustee to First United Methodist Church in Park Ridge, Ill., former president board of directors of Park Ridge Country Club, member of the Free Masons of the Antioch Lodge in Indiana and a lifelong member of NFPA.

Visitation was held June 7 at Cumberland Chapels. A private interment will be held in Acacia Park Cemetery in Chicago.

Memorial Service will be June 15, with visitation from 10 a.m. until service at 11 a.m., at the First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge, 418 W. Touhy Park Ridge, Ill.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge or Rainbow Hospice.